Azores unique

In the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, a distance of over 1,300 kilometers from mainland Europe, there is a unique archipelago of the Azores, which consists of nine islands, grouped by three in each group.

In addition to the nine designated islands, their coasts have tiny islands, formed by the same volcano as the main part of the archipelago. One of the most interesting island is a small island of Vila Franca do Campo, near the eponymous village is located on the island of San Miguel.





Island Vila Franca do Campo formed crater, the old underwater volcano. That is why the lake lagoon within the island has such a perfectly round shape.









At one time, the island served as the lookout whalers, as well as a fortress. Now Vila Franca do Campo listed reserve and get in this unique environment is only possible from July to September. Moreover, only with a guide.







Also, here are held World Championship for Cliff Diving.